Aria
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Synopsis
Ten short pieces directed by ten different directors, including Ken Russell, Jean-Luc Godard, Robert Altman, Bruce Beresford, and Nicolas Roeg. Each short uses an aria as soundtrack/sound, and is an interpretation of the particular aria.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Aria (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-27
Top Cast
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John Hurt
The Actor
Theresa Russell
King Zog
Sophie Ward
The Young Girl
Buck Henry
Preston
Beverly D'Angelo
Gilda
Anita Morris
Phoebe
Gary Kasper
Jake
Elizabeth Hurley
Marietta
Peter Birch
Paul
Bridget Fonda
Lover
James Mathers
Lover
Tilda Swinton
Young Girl
Stephanie Lane
Baroness
Roy Hyatt
Chauffeur
Sevilla Delofski
Maid
Ruth Halliday
Companion
Arthur Cox
Major
Dennis Holmes
Colonel
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 15, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Roeg, Charles Sturridge, Jean-Luc Godard, Julien Temple, Bruce Beresford, Robert Altman, Franc Roddam, Ken Russell, Derek Jarman, Bill Bryden
- Screenplay & Story
- Nicolas Roeg, Charles Sturridge, Julien Temple, Bruce Beresford, Robert Altman, Franc Roddam, Ken Russell, Derek Jarman, Bill Bryden, Don Boyd
- Original Title
- Aria
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Italian, German
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1M
- Production Studios
- Lightyear Entertainment, Virgin Vision
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Roeg, Charles Sturridge, Jean-Luc Godard, Julien Temple, Bruce Beresford, Robert Altman, Franc Roddam, Ken Russell, Derek Jarman, Bill Bryden
Nicolas Roeg, Charles Sturridge, Julien Temple, Bruce Beresford, Robert Altman, Franc Roddam, Ken Russell, Derek Jarman, Bill Bryden, Don Boyd
Harvey Harrison, Gale Tattersall, Caroline Champetier, Oliver Stapleton, Dante Spinotti, Pierre Mignot, Frederick Elmes, Gabriel Beristain, Mike Southon, Christopher Hughes
Tony Lawson, Matthew Longfellow, Neil Abrahamson
Don Boyd
Department Leadership Roster
Nicolas Roeg
Writer
Nicolas Roeg
Director
Harvey Harrison
Director of Photography
Diana Johnstone
Production Design
Tony Lawson
Editor
Charles Sturridge
Director
Charles Sturridge
Writer
Gale Tattersall
Director of Photography
Andrew McAlpine
Production Design
Matthew Longfellow
Editor
Jean-Luc Godard
Director
Caroline Champetier
Director of Photography
Julien Temple
Director
Julien Temple
Writer
Oliver Stapleton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aria
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Aria about?
Ten short pieces directed by ten different directors, including Ken Russell, Jean-Luc Godard, Robert Altman, Bruce Beresford, and Nicolas Roeg. Each short uses an aria as soundtrack/sound, and is an interpretation of the particular aria.
Who directed Aria?
Aria was directed by Nicolas Roeg, Charles Sturridge, Jean-Luc Godard, Julien Temple, Bruce Beresford, Robert Altman, Franc Roddam, Ken Russell, Derek Jarman, Bill Bryden.
Who stars in Aria?
The principal cast of Aria includes John Hurt, Theresa Russell, Sophie Ward, Buck Henry, Beverly D'Angelo.
When was Aria released and how long is it?
Aria was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Aria make at the box office?
Aria grossed $1M in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Aria?
Aria holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).